Thiago Alcantara joins Liverpool to embark on a new chapter of a career that has seen the midfielder reach the heights of the European and global game with previous clubs FC Barcelona and FC Bayern Munich.
Indeed, the Spain international has sealed his move to Merseyside just 26 days after hoisting aloft the Champions League trophy as an integral member of Bayern’s 2019-20 treble-winning squad.
Now, the 29-year-old will bring his blend of technique, athleticism and winning mentality to Anfield, where Thiago is set to wear the No.6 jersey.
Here, we take a look at Thiago’s football journey so far…
Born Thiago Alcantara do Nascimento in Italy on April 11, 1991, both of his parents are Brazilian and from a sporting background; his mother a professional volleyball player, his father the 1994 World Cup winner Mazinho.